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New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
15, February 2023·3 min readOLIVIA: From zine to animated film, a project celebrating the life of Britannia, aka Olivia ParkesIsle of Wight artists Teresa Grimaldi and Sarah Vardy are undertaking an exciting project about the life of Olivia Parkes, who lived for 40 years in a boathouse on stilts by Ventnor beach
27, September 2023·1 min readUnlock Olivia Parkes’ extraordinary life with artists Teresa Grimaldi and Sarah Vardy this SundayExplore Olivia Parkes' unique life with artists Grimaldi and Vardy at Quay Arts this Sunday. Book your free ticket now
17, March 2023·4 min readOLIVIA: Lots to report from the project exploring the life of Olivia ParkesThe project exploring the unusual life of Olivia Parkes, aka Britannia the old lady of the sea, is now well underway with lots of news to report
3, June 2022·3 min readBritannia, the old lady of the sea: Olivia Parkes installation on tour in SandownTake a wander down the High Street in Sandown to see this installation about the fascinating life of Olivia Parkes, aka Britannia
13, September 2023·2 min readBBC South Today to highlight Britannia, aka Olivia Parkes, exhibition: Ventnor’s unique history comes to life at Quay ArtsIf you missed it at Ventnor Fringe Festival, head to Quay Arts as they showcase Olivia's life via animated vignettes and personal tales
9, July 2023·2 min readStep into the world of Britannia: Olivia Parkes art installation opens at Ventnor FringeDon't miss OLIVIA: An immersive art installation encapsulating an unconventional life, at Ventnor Fringe later this month
25, May 2023·2 min readArt installation to celebrate Olivia Parkes: Ventnor’s beloved beachside ‘Britannia’Olivia Parkes' legacy enlivens Ventnor Fringe Festival installation - latest news from the Olivia Parkes Project